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Connecting Number Theory with High School Mathematics

Abstract

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<p>Number theory is the study of natural numbers and one of the oldest branches of mathematics. Elementary number theory concepts are integrated into K-12 learning experience. This paper will identify ideas and methods in elementary number theory that could be connected to K-12 education and taught in high school classrooms. In fact, Common Core Standards in Mathematics include some basic concepts and skills in elementary number theory. In this study, we will focus on the greatest common divisor, Euclid's algorithm, least common multiple, factorization and divisibility criteria (divisible by 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, and 11). We hope that learning these contents could foster students’ interests in mathematics and help them develop computational and reasoning skills.</p>

Degree

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Name thesis:degree_name
Master of Science
Level thesis:degree_level
Thesis
Discipline thesis:degree_discipline
Mathematics
Year dc:date.available
2023

Author and committee

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Author dc:creator
  • Richmond, Andre
Contributors dc:contributor
  • Dr. Jing Zhang
  • Dr. Lauren Ryba
  • Dr. J. Christopher Tweddle

Subjects

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Identifiers

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Repository record dc:identifier
https://opus.govst.edu/theses/146
OAI identifier oai:identifier
oai:opus.govst.edu:theses-1143

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2026-07-24
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Richmond, Andre. Connecting Number Theory with High School Mathematics. Thesis thesis, 2023. https://opus.govst.edu/theses/146